The world's a very dangerous place. The Middle East has exploded with revolution. Gasoline is now in short supply, and prices have escalated causing many country's fragile economies to collapse. Adding to the turmoil are sinister forces plotting to take advantage of the situation. Their collective goal is tp overthrow the U.S. Government, and then carve up and rule the world Enter Vic Jeski, the unwilling hero. A decorated veteran of "Desert Storm," he's now an unsatisfied and unfulfilled corporate executive, whose world turns upside down one bleak winter day in New York City. Taking advantage of an unexpected windfall, he starts life anew in south Florida pursuing a life-long dream. Vic's then faced with another 'life altering' decision, and unfortunately for Vic, his dream becomes a nightmare of intrigue as he's plunged into a tangled web of plots to uncover a "secret" that has been safeguarded for over half a century. Vic discovers that he's dealing with worldwide forces, which include the Nazi 4th Reich and a "Consortium" whose members represent many countries. The problem is that Vic doesn't know who his friends and enemies are. He can't even trust the beautiful and mysterious woman who claims to love him, the police, and even the government itself. The suspense builds as opposing factions seek to discover the location of a sunken World War II ship that hides incredible secrets, along with a vast treasure. Vic acts daringly, but foolishly at times, to uncover the "secret," and thwart the plans of those planning to rule the world. He risks his life, and is very lucky to survive. But can his luck hold out until the true nature of sinister plots are revealed, and before the horrific plans are implemented? Vic's challenge is mind-boggling, the action is steady, and the outcome is very much in doubt with tens of millions of lives hanging in the balance, including his own, those of his loved ones, and worldwide freedom at stake A man's story for men, but women are invited